BEN THROPE
Director

Following 18 winters in Japan with the most recent 13 spent in Niseko, few can rival Ben's local knowledge. Ben manages JSE's Hokkaido operations.

LINDSAY COLBERT
Director

An avid skier, Lindsay spent 5 seasons in Japan before founding JSE. Lindsay's main focus is developing Japan Ski Experience to ensure it goes from strength to strength. 

JUSTINE ANBEEK
Director

Justine moved to Japan in 2004 and joined the team in 2011. As JSE's business manager Justine ensures the company's operations run smoothly and efficiently.
 

  

SARAH MULHOLLAND
Hakuba Area Manager

Having spent 16 winters skiing in Hakuba, Sarah is passionate about deep powder and Japanese culture. With vast local knowledge and experience of the area, Sarah joined JSE in 2012 and is our Hakuba Area Manager.

DUNCAN MANSER
Hokkaido Area Assistant Manager

Based in Niseko since 2013, Duncan brings local knowledge and enthusiasm for Japan to the team. Duncan can provide first hand knowledge of why skiing in Hokkaido is the best there is! 

TAKAYO BRYAN
Hokkaido Travel Consultant

As a long term Niseko resident born in Asahikawa, Takayo knows Hokkaido as well as anyone.  Her local knowledge and experience ensure you will be recommended the best places to stay, eat and ski.
 

AI TOMIZAWA
Hakuba Travel Consultant

Born in mountainous Yamanishi Prefecture, Ai learned to ski as soon as she could walk! Now based in Australia, Ai maintains a strong connection to Japan and has spent winter seasons in Hakuba.

YUKA NABESHIMA
Senior Hokkaido Travel Coordinator

Yuka was born in Sapporo and grew up skiing Hokkaido's World famous powder snow.  She loves to travel and has lived in Australia and Canada.  Yuka makes sure all holidays run according to plan. 

BRUNA MAGOR
Accountant

As an integral member of the Japan Ski Experience team Bruna has been visiting Japan for years and has a superb understanding of the country and its culture.